The Sufficiency of the Scriptures 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Todays text provides us with a wealth of information concerning the nature and purpose of the Word of God, the Bible. In just two short verses, we discover that Gods Word is inspired, that it is profitable for doctrine, reproof, correction and instruction, and that it is completely sufficient to meet our spiritual needs. First, the Bible is inspired, or God-breathed. The very words of Scripture as penned by the writers thousands of years ago are the very words that God intended us to possess. The Bible does not contain the ideas and philosophies of ancient men; rather, it is written communication of God Himself to all mankind. Second, the Bible is profitable for doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction in righteousness. Doctrine is teaching. The Bible is Gods instruction book that teaches us how to think and live. Reproof involves convincing one of a fault with clear evidence so he may be convicted of the truth. The Bible not only teaches us but convicts us of error when we wander astray. Correction entails instruction showing us how to get back on the right path once we have wandered from it. The Bible not only teaches us the truth and convicts us when we are wrong, but it also tells us how to make things right. Instruction in righteousness involves continual training concerning how to live the Christian life. Finally, the Bible is entirely sufficient to equip us for effective Christian service-service that honors and glorifies the Lord. God has given us His written Word in order to make us perfect (fully mature), throughly furnished unto all good works (v.17). Memorize the Word of God, study it, and live it every day of your life!
Posted on: Mon, 15 Sep 2014 21:42:31 +0000
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